Match report: Harry Kane scored a penalty, but leaders Arsenal defeated Tottenham 3-1 to go four points ahead; Thomas Partey, Granit Xhaka, and Gabriel Jesus scored for the Gunners; Emerson Royal was sent off for Spurs; watch free highlights at 5:15 p.m.
With a 3-1 victory against 10-man Tottenham in a thrilling north London derby, Arsenal increased its lead over the competition to four points and handed the Spurs their first loss of the year.
Harry Kane’s penalty (31) after Richarlison was fouled by Gabriel Magalhaes offset Thomas Partey’s incredible long-range goal (20), but the home team, who had been in control for the whole of the first half, completely took over after the interval.
Hugo Lloris and Cristian Romero’s miscommunication allowed Gabriel Jesus to score from close range to give Arsenal the lead (49), and Granit Xhaka added a decisive third goal (67) after Emerson Royal was sent off for a careless foul on Gabriel Martinelli.Mikel Arteta’s team now has seven victories in as many games so far this season, highlighting their improvement in previous months and giving them a comfortable four-point lead over second-placed Manchester City, who play Manchester